California Climate Action Corps Paid Fellowships

California Climate Action Corps Paid Fellowships
Bay Area Community Resources, United States

Experience
1 Year
Salary
0 - 0
Job Type
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Job Category
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No
Career Level
Telecommute
No
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Unspecified
Total Vacancies
1 Job
Posted on
May 24, 2023
Last Date
Jun 24, 2023
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Job Description

California Climate Action Corps

2023-2024 Full-Term Fellowship

September 18, 2023 - August 15, 2024

Hey there, climate champion!

Are you ready to take climate action, connect people with volunteer opportunities, build community resilience, and get compensated along the way? You’re in the right place!

We have 300+ positions available across California state for the 2023-24 Full-Term Program. This is a climate-focused, workforce development program for emerging climate and environmental leaders. These are paid, full-time fellowshipssimilar to internshipsbut with 170-340 dedicated hours for professional development and training while receiving hands-on field experience in the climate revolution.

As part of California’s comprehensive strategy to address climate change, the Office of the Governor created the country’s first state-level climate service corps program. California Climate Action Corps (CCAC) is a national service program led by California Volunteers and implemented by Bay Area Community Resources dedicated to advancing equitable climate action that engages community members, cultivates change, and leaves a lasting impact.

CCAC Fellows serve as AmeriCorps members and are matched with organizations across California to mobilize communities members to take direct climate action through education, volunteer mobilization, and assessment focused on wildfire resiliency, urban greening, and organic waste and edible food recovery.

Locations: 75+ Organizations hosting 300+ positions across the state. We have 21+ positions specifically in the Modesto and surrounding areas. Please see the position descriptions and map showing all Host Organization locations here: https://www.caclimateactioncorps.org/position-descriptions

Fellowship Commitment: This is a full-time, 11-month, 1700-hour program from September 18, 2023 - August 15, 2024. Fellows commit to a 40-hour work week, Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm, with occasional weekends depending on the project. 170-340 of these hours are dedicated to professional development.

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Apply today! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with priority consideration will be given to applications received before June 15. This is an equal opportunity position with a preference for candidates already living in the communities they will serve. Click here for an overview of the application process and anticipated timeline. Applications are for the California Climate Action Corps Program in general, then applicants decide preferred organizations and positions to individually apply after submission.

Program Benefits:

  • Receive up to a $33,000 stipend (pre-tax) spread evenly over your program term and distributed every two weeks
  • Earn up to $10,000 (pre-tax) in education awards upon completion of your term
  • Participate in 170-340 hours of professional development amp; training
  • Receive food assistance via CalFresh (for those eligible)
  • Forbearance on existing qualifying student loans and interest payments accrued during your term
  • Health plan benefits
  • Childcare assistance from AmeriCorps paid to an eligible provider of your choice (for those eligible)

Gain Experience and Skills:

  • Develop professional skills and build a foundation for a career in climate leadership
  • Serve with a government agency, tribe, nonprofit, college, or university committed to climate action and volunteer service
  • Ongoing opportunities for professional development, training, and coaching
  • Participate in boots on the ground climate action, outreach, and volunteerism

AmeriCorps Requirements:

  • Be a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident of the United States
  • Ability to pass all background checks prior to service, including FBI, CA Department of Justice, out-of-state (if applicable), and National Sex Offender Public Registry

Minimum Program Eligibility Requirements:

  • Be at least 18 years of age
  • Live in California at the start of the program term
  • Associates degree or above and/or relevant experience
  • Strong commitment to the full term of service (1700+ hours)
  • Ability to work in a professional office or field setting (some teleservice options may be available)
  • Robust communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Interest or experience in climate change mitigation, volunteerism, or public service
  • Experience with outreach, education, training, or community behavior change

APPLY TODAY!

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